Based on 25 years of data, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) prices in India typically peak in August (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +5%
Weakest month
February
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹18,203/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97.4 | ₹17,729 |
| FebruaryLowest | 96.6 | ₹17,584 |
| March | 96.6 | ₹17,584 |
| April | 98.1 | ₹17,857 |
| May | 99.6 | ₹18,130 |
| June | 100.1 | ₹18,221 |
| July | 102.7 | ₹18,694 |
| August★ Best | 104.5 | ₹19,022 |
| September | 102.3 | ₹18,621 |
| October | 103.3 | ₹18,803 |
| November | 101.2 | ₹18,421 |
| December | 97.6 | ₹17,766 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, October, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹41,841/quintal in September 2021.
